C++ Engineer (HFT Trading, 1yr+, high-flyer & Fast career-track, open to own strategy)

GRIT; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Competitive benefits

Job summary

GRIT, located in New York, is seeking a C++ Software Engineer to design and optimize ultra-low-latency trading systems. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience, strong academic qualifications, and a drive to excel in a top-tier HFT environment.

You will collaborate with a world-class team and receive top-tier compensation, including performance-based bonuses and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in C++ (C++17 or later preferred).
• Strong CS fundamentals including data structures and algorithms.
• Internship or full-time experience in trading or tech is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize ultra-low-latency trading systems.
• Collaborate with researchers and traders on quant strategies.

Skills

C++

Data structures

Algorithms

Memory models

Bilingual in Chinese and English

Education

Degree from a top-tier institution

Job description

We are looking for a C++ Software Engineer with min 1+ years of experience, a strong academic foundation, and a high-flyer trajectory to join a top-tier HFT firm to work with a world-class team of engineers and quants to re-define ultra-low latency trading.

Highlights

• Flat structure, high ownership, fast iteration.
• Work with some of the brightest minds in the industry/ HFT trading system.
• Top-of-market compensation + performance-based bonuses
• Cutting-edge infrastructure, direct-to-market latency focus

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize ultra-low-latency trading systems in modern C++.
• Collaborate with researchers and traders to deliver production-ready quant strategies.

Qualifications

• 1+ years (No upper limit) of experience in C++ (C++17 or later preferred)
• Strong CS fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, memory models)
• Degree from a top-tier institution.
• Internship or full-time experience in trading, hedge funds, or top tech a plus
• Strong ownership, curiosity, and drive to make an impact
• Proficiency in both Chinese and English to liaise with the global collaboration.

Compensation Range (as required by NYC law)

Base salary: $90,000 – $250,000/year + Performance-based bonus + Competitive benefits

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skillset, and alignment with role expectations.